Thoracic Vertebral Joints in Lateral View
Description
An anatomical diagram illustrating the joints and ligaments connecting the thoracic vertebrae and ribs in lateral view.
Original diagram by Simon Cartagena.
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Articular facet of head of rib
Costal facet of transverse process
Costotransverse ligament
Crest of head of rib
Head of rib
Inferior costal facet
Intervertebral disc
Intervertebral foramen
Intra-articular ligament of head of rib
Lateral costotransverse ligament
Neck of rib
Radiate ligament of head of rib
Spinous process
Superior articular process
Superior costal facet
Superior costotransverse ligament
Transverse process
Tubercle of rib
Vertebral body